Suresh Raj, Chief Growth Officer at M&C Saatchi Group, has been a transformative leader in advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion within the marketing communications industry. As Executive Sponsor of many LGBTQ+ ERGs throughout his history, Suresh spearheaded initiatives like the “Queer Awakening” event, celebrating the legacy of the trans community in popular culture, driven efforts to increase LGBTQ+ representation across all of levels organizations, resulting in a significant rise in minority employee representation and the creation of a diverse talent pipeline. Externally, Suresh is a global advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility, serving as a keynote speaker at the LGBTQ+ At Work Summit and as a juror for the Cannes Lions Glass Lions, where he championed groundbreaking work on transgender visibility. A proud father and role model, Suresh uses his platform to inspire authenticity and drive systemic change across industries and communities worldwide. He also sits on the board of Out & Equal.
